May 28, 2026
CT · Metal/Non-Metal
maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Defeo Materials LLC · Struck by falling object
EE was flipping the stationary jaw die on the 400x Powerscreen Jaw and prematurely removed the lifting strap before it was secured, dropping it on EE's left foot. EE wore proper PPE. Foreman and operator witnessed the event. An EE immediately helped lift the heavy die to free EE's foot. A properly rated strap was used.